2006 Ford Escape vs. 1992 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 605. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 605. (171 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1992 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Escape | 605 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
